Author: Lilian Azuh

NICA Confers Fellowship on Polaris, Union Bank CEOs, Kayode Lawal, Yetunde Oni, and Other Financial Sector Leaders

Business

L–R: Kayode Lawal, Managing Director/CEO, Polaris Bank, receives the Professional Fellowship certificate from Dr. Markie Idowu, President of the Nigerian Institute of Credit Administration (NICA), during the Institute’s investiture ceremony. The National Institute of Credit Administration (NICA) has conferred its prestigious Fellowship on the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Polaris Bank, Kayode Lawal, alongside other distinguished leaders across Nigeria’s financial and corporate landscape, at an investiture ceremony held at the Muson Centre, Lagos. Also honoured at the ceremony was the Managing Director/CEO of Union Bank, Yetunde Oni, in recognition of her contributions to institutional governance and financial sector advancement. Similarly,…

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Dangote Targets Steel, Power, Ports In New Industrial Push

Business

President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has unveiled plans to expand into steel production, electricity generation and port development as part of a broader ambition to accelerate industrialisation across Africa. Dangote, whose conglomerate spans cement, sugar, salt, fertiliser, and petrochemicals, said his long term goal is to deepen Africa’s manufacturing base beyond oil refining and position the continent as a global industrial force. His latest flagship project, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals, is now operational and producing about 650,000 barrels of refined products daily. He said output is expected to double within the next three year as expansion plans…

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IBADAN: NESCAFÉ Deepens Everyday Access with New Presence At Ojo Bus Terminal

Business

Before sunrise at Ojo Bus Terminal in Ibadan, engines warm up and journeys begin. Commuters move quickly, drivers prepare for long hours on the road, and traders set the tone for the day ahead. It is within this rhythm of urgency and ambition that NESCAFÉ is deepening its everyday presence. As Nigeria’s leading coffee brand, NESCAFÉ has introduced a new kiosk at Ojo Bus Terminal in Ibadan, Oyo State, bringing its signature blend of taste and momentum to helping Nigerians start strong and finish strong. In Nigeria, the day often begins in motion, at bus parks, markets and commercial centres…

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ACTOR CHRIS AKWARANDU

Entertainment

 Let’s get to know you better? I am Sir Chris Akwarandu.  A Nollywood Actor.  I am from Abia State, Nigeria. I am a patriot and highly motivated person.  Could you share with us your educational background? I have a Masters degree in   and Diplomacy, post graduate diploma in broadcast-journalism and a BA in Theatre-Communication. What makes a good actor? Talent, , consistency, professionalism. For how long have you been in the movie industry? I started Acting in 1983. I took part in NTA series in Jos and Lagos. Joined Nollywood when it started. What stands Chris Akwarandu out as an…

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Drama as Tonto Dikeh praises ex-husband Churchill at son’s birthday party

Entertainment

Tonto, Churchilland Andre at the party Actress and politician Tonto Dikeh has praised her ex-husband, Olakunle Churchill, at their son’s 10th birthday party in Abuja. The event, attended by several Nigerian celebrities, featured a football theme. In a video circulating online, Dikeh expressed gratitude to Churchill for being an amazing father, saying, “Thank you. I love you with the love of God.” She said, “Churchill, you are an amazing father, and I just want to thank you so much. Thank you. I love you with the love of God, and I wish you all the best. I pray for your family,…

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